Busbud Reviews 12,620

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Considering 1,959 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the excellent service, highlighting the professionalism and helpfulness of the staff, especially the drivers. People find the booking process and overall user experience to be easy and convenient, often noting the smooth navigation of the app and website. Many consumers also appreciate the reasonable pricing, making it a preferred choice for travel. However, some customers were dissatisfied with the cleanliness of the buses, mentioning issues like foul odors, dirty interiors, or malfunctioning facilities such as restrooms. A few other people also felt that the pricing could be ambiguous due to hidden fees, and some experienced significant delays or mechanical issues with the vehicles, leading to disruptions in their travel plans.

What people talk about most

Service

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Staff

Consumers find staff to be positive, often highlighting the professionalism and helpfulness of drivers and... See more

User experience

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Booking process

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Price

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was ok until Barnstaple but then a woman sat near the driver chatting loudly. The bus then took a very circuitous route to Bideford, dropping her off beside the road near to some houses. He then co... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The wi-fi did not work, but it did not matter as we had an amazing bus driver, Andrew, Drew for short, to keep us company with sharing tales all day to Dundee and from Edinburgh. Looking outside to en... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow wow Hope Diamond Transport is the best, it was my first time travelling with them and I must say I was impressed. It's clean the seats are so comfortable and the charging point behind the seats pe... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The scenery and the comfortable seats were the highlight of my trip. The train staff were very helpful and friendly. The food was good they offer a 3 course dinner with dessert with your choice of a c... See more

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Company details

  1. Travel Aggregator
  2. Bus Ticket Agency
  3. Train Ticket Agency
  4. Travel Agency

Written by the company

Busbud is the ultimate platform for all your bus and train travel needs. Our website and apps provide instant access to the most extensive global network of city-to-city buses and trains. With just a few clicks, you can easily discover thousands of destinations around the world and book your next bus or train trip online. We make it easy for you to plan your next adventure or commute and find the perfect bus or train ride to take you there. With Busbud, you can sit back, relax and enjoy the ride, knowing that you have everything you need to make your next bus or train trip a success.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

13K reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Busbud, Is it Fake or Is it Real?

I've tried several times to make train reservations from New Carrollton, MD for 6/17 to New York City, Penn Station and returning the same day. Departing around 8am and returning from NYC around 6:45PM. The website lists New Carrollton as a location to catch Amtrak, but the response I receive it that it is not a location. Why is it listed on the website?? I've also received several error messages that there are technical issues which will be fixed. I've patiently and impatiently tried for at least 4 hours to complete reservations but have come to the conclusion that this is a scam.

May 11, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello Joyce,

Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience with us. We're truly sorry for the inconvenience you've faced while trying to make train reservations.

We assure you that Busbud is a legitimate service, and we aim to provide a seamless booking experience. Please reach out to our support team at support@busbud.com so we can assist you further.

Warm regards, 
— Your Busbud Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Overall great value for money

Overall great value for money. Friendly and helpful drivers. Clean. Power at every seat. Locations were easy to find and navigate. Only issue is included Wi-Fi is too weak even for Gmail.

May 10, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Stephen

We really appreciate you taking the time to write a review and we are glad to hear that you found our service valuable, our drivers friendly, and our locations easy to navigate. We're sorry to hear about the Wi-Fi issue you experienced. We understand how important connectivity is during travel and we appreciate your feedback. We'll certainly look into this to improve our services.

Thank you kindly for your review! We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Experienced drivers

What some bad weather we had. However the crew took some great initiative to tackle the trip.

May 11, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hi Benz

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're glad to hear that despite the challenging weather, the crew took great initiative to ensure a safe and smooth trip for everyone. It's always our goal to provide a reliable service, and your feedback is much appreciated.

If you have any more details to share or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to us directly at support@busbud.com 

Warm regards, 
— Your Busbud Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ease of booking

Ease of booking. But there was not an option for any seating.

May 11, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Bobby

I'm sorry to hear that you were unable to choose your seating during the booking process. We understand how important that feature is and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention.

Thank you kindly for your review! We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The 1st bus seating was too tight and…

The 1st bus seating was too tight and the restroom didn’t have tissue or soap or water. The 2nd bus restroom was rancid and didn’t have tissue or water or soap either but the seating was more comfortable.

May 10, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Twanna

I'm truly sorry to hear about the discomfort you experienced during your trips, especially with regards to the restrooms and seating on the buses. We understand how important these aspects are for a comfortable journey.

Thank you kindly for your review! We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They know how to communicate with…

They know how to communicate with theiright customers and they always on time

May 11, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Percy

Thank you kindly for your review! We are delighted to hear that our communication efforts and punctuality have met your expectations. At Busbud, we love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I booked on line hustle free and there…

I booked on line hustle free and there was frequent communication about the trip.

But the Bus company did let me down

May 7, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hi Noma

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear that the booking process and communication went smoothly. However, we're sorry to learn about the inconvenience caused by the bus company.

At Busbud, we're committed to providing a reliable platform and will address this issue with the operator to ensure better service in the future.

Please feel free to reach out to support@busbud.com so we can assist you further.

Warm regards, 
— Your Busbud Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best traveling experience

Wow wow Hope Diamond Transport is the best, it was my first time travelling with them and I must say I was impressed. It's clean the seats are so comfortable and the charging point behind the seats perfect positioning. I will choose it even next time

May 10, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Mpho

Thank you kindly for your review! We're thrilled to hear that your first experience with Hope Diamond Transport exceeded your expectations, especially the comfortable seats and well-placed charging points. We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We're looking forward to helping you plan your next journey with Hope Diamond Transport or any of our other trusted partners.

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Fast and efficient

Fast and efficient. Not happy with the cross boarder free and have been using this app for a while but I don't have a discount

May 7, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hi Melody

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you find our service fast and efficient. We understand your concern about the cross-border fee and appreciate your loyalty as a long-time user.

While we strive to offer competitive pricing, it's crucial for us to comply with cross-border regulations. We constantly work on providing the best value and promotions for our users.

Please feel free to reach out to us directly at support@busbud.com so we can discuss any specific concerns you might have.

Warm regards, 
— Your Busbud Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Timely

Timely. Smooth ride.comfortably.

May 10, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Baljinder

Thank you kindly for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you found our service timely and enjoyed a smooth and comfortable ride. We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lance our driver was absolutely amazing…

Lance our driver was absolutely amazing 10/10

May 10, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Farrah

Thank you kindly for your review! It's wonderful to hear such positive feedback about Lance, our driver. At Busbud, we take pride in providing excellent service and we're thrilled that Lance was able to make your experience amazing.

We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super service great times and great…

Super service great times and great driver . Love the route to airport Alicante and back .

May 10, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Rafferty

Thank you kindly for your review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our service, the timing, our great driver, and the route to Alicante airport and back. Your positive feedback truly brightens our day.

We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

Good service

May 8, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Harjeet

Thank you kindly for your review! We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy site to order through

Easy site to order through. All documents arrived within seconds. Good prices. Happy with my journey.

May 9, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Brent

Thank you kindly for your review! It's wonderful to hear that our site was easy to use, and that you received your documents promptly. We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We're delighted that you found our prices competitive and that you had a satisfying journey.

We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good choice

Great choice

May 8, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Akomeno

Thank you kindly for your review! We are delighted to know that you find Busbud a great choice for your travel bookings. We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The problem was the bus not the app

May 8, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Paula 

We're truly sorry to hear about the trouble you had with the bus. We understand how this can have an impact on your travel experience.

Don't hesitate to reach out to support@busbud.com for support!

Thank you kindly for your review! We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! Despite the issue with the bus, we hope that our app was able to provide you with a satisfactory user experience. We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The driver was sooo good

The driver was sooo good

May 9, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Annor

Thank you kindly for your review! It's great to hear that our driver made a positive impact on your journey. We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really impressed with how easy Busbud…

Really impressed with how easy Busbud made booking bus tickets in Spain. Found the Barcelona Nord to Palafrugell route instantly, could compare times and prices side by side, and the checkout was straightforward. Liked being able to choose seats and see the full refund policy upfront before committing. Tickets delivered by email — no fuss. Great platform for travel in Europe.

May 9, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, James

Thank you kindly for your review! It's great to hear that our platform made your bus booking experience in Spain smooth and easy. We're especially thrilled you found the seat selection and clear refund policy helpful. We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to assisting with your future journeys, whether they be in Europe or elsewhere in the world.

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to navigate to desired train trip

Easy to navigate to desired train trip, user friendly.

May 8, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Esau

Thank you kindly for your review! It's great to hear that you found our platform easy to navigate and user-friendly. We at Busbud love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bus is a comfortable and economical…

Bus is a comfortable and economical means to travel.

May 7, 2026
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Reply from Busbud

Hello, Judy

Thank you kindly for your review! We at Busbud are thrilled to hear that you find bus travel comfortable and economical. We love helping you search, compare, and book your sustainable travel needs! We look forward to helping you travel when you want, where you want, all over the globe!

Happy trails!
Your Busbud team

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